Packaging Specialist

Packaging Specialist

 Location: Virginia Beach, VA

Department: Distribution & Inventory

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Mon-Fri 7:15AM-4:00PM with rotating weekends; OT & On-Call as needed; Essential Personnel
Clinical Classification:  Non-Clinical

LifeNet Health is searching for talented individuals who will embrace our mission of saving lives, restoring health, and giving hope.

LifeNet Health, headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is the largest nonprofit organ procurement organization (“OPO”) and tissue processor in the United States, as well as a leading innovator in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Our goal is to improve the quality of human life through the provision of organs, tissues, and cells for transplantation; to provide innovation in the fields of bio-implants, regenerative medicine and research; and, to serve the community with educational and support services that enhance the donation process.  LifeNet Health has over 1200 employees and has a growing global presence.

How you will contribute to LifeNet Health’s success:
As a Packaging Specialist you will receive, document, and complete data entry for receipt of processed contract tissue, print and reprint labels for all tissue types, label and crosscheck LifeNet Health Finished Goods Tissue as needed, maintain inventory control for the finished goods storage area, release finished goods tissue into inventory, work closely with Quality Assurance (QA), Information Systems(IS),Production, Purchasing and Production Planning, as needed.

Important: You will be required to sit, stand, bend, walk and lift up to 50 lbs. for the duration of the shift; as well as wear personal protective equipment to include: surgical gowns, masks, visors or goggles and caps.

This role is critical to the LifeNet Health mission because it is an important step in taking the donor’s gifts and transitioning

What you’ll do:

• Receive and document the receipt of processed tissue from contact clients. Perform data entry of production records for tissue processed by contract clients. Access FTP site to generate contract client process orders. Perform receipt of tissue from production and complete data entry, as assigned. Perform printing of labels and relabels for all product types. Assist with unpacking of tissue from irradiation facility. Pack and ship tissue to irradiation facility, as assigned. Perform quarterly dose audit verification for all product types.
   
• Correspond with QA, IS, Production, Purchasing, and Production Planning, as needed, to resolve issues and deal with daily tasks within the department. Initiates CAPAs and performs investigations and root cause analysis for nonconforming materials/conditions as necessary.
   
• Work closely with Inventory staff to ensure returned tissue is relabeled. Works closely with internal and external auditors in relation to label printing and reprinting
   
• Perform transfer of tissue and documentation and traceability of tissue transfers to Research & Development, Distribution, and Production departments in accordance with Quality Systems standards
• Assist, as needed, to receive, inspect and stock packaging and labeling supplies. Maintains accurate inventory records and performs cycle counting of supplies as necessary. Performs equipment maintenance and monitoring as necessary.
   
• Perform daily recording of required Key Performance Indicators on the by hour by day chart (e.g. orders pulled and grafts pulled) and provides reports to management as required.

What you’ll bring (Minimum Requirements):

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two (2) years of related receiving and inventory control experience

Preferred Experience/Skills/Certifications:

• Two (2) years of SAP experience preferred
• Two (2) years manufacturing, production, tissue bank, organ procurement, medical device, or related industry preferred

These would be nice too (Knowledge Skills and Abilities):

• Attention to Detail: Able to ensure accuracy and completeness in accomplishing tasks
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g. Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Time Management: Able to prioritize multiple, competing priorities and manage time/workload.
• Individual Development: Willingness to embrace and follow through on continuous learning

Why work at LifeNet Health?

We have a fierce drive for our mission of Saving Lives, Restoring Health, and Giving Hope. You will not find another company with a culture as strong as ours.

• 403(b) and Profit-Sharing Plan
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Corporate sponsored events for employees
• Work-life balance with generous paid time off to include vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
  • 18 vacation days
  • 9 sick days
  • 7 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Personal career, skill, and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness Program (gym reimbursement, monthly wellness webinars, mental health toolkit, financial resources, and much more)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and members of their household
• Dedicated and passionate co-worker

Salary: $16.83 - $22.44/hour

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location and the candidate’s qualifications and prior relevant experience.  The pay range for this position is $16.83 hourly (entry- level qualifications) to $22.44 (experienced in this role). *

* Actual compensation may be higher based on the successful candidate's knowledge and relevant experience.

This position is eligible for an annual bonus once eligibility criteria are met. 

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and LifeNet Health reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice, unless otherwise required by law.  Further, nothing in this posting is intended to alter the “at will” relationship of a successful candidate and this posting does not constitute a specific promise.

LifeNet Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.  We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.